Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lee?
Dr. Major Lee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gallbladder Surgery, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hernia, Liver & Biliary Surgery, Pancreatic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Lee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lee diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lee. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lee performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lee. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Whipple Procedure
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Whipple operation
- Pancreas cancer surgery
- Pylorus-preserving pancreaticoduodenectomy
CPT Codes:
- 48150: Pancreatectomy, proximal subtotal with total duodenectomy, partial gastrectomy, choledochoenterostomy and gastrojejunostomy (Whipple-type procedure); with pancreatojejunostomy
Also known as:
- Pylorus-Sparing Whipple Procedure
- Partial Pancreas Removal
- Whipple Surgery
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Pancreas Cancer Surgery
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Partial Pancreas Resection
- Pancreas Tail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 48153: Pancreatectomy, proximal subtotal with near-total duodenectomy, choledochoenterostomy and duodenojejunostomy (pylorus-sparing, Whipple-type procedure); with pancreatojejunostomy
- 48140: Pancreatectomy, distal subtotal, with or without splenectomy; without pancreaticojejunostomy
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
CPT Codes:
- 47600: Cholecystectomy;
Also known as:
- Partial Liver Removal Surgery
- Partial Hepatectomy
- Liver Lobectomy
- Liver Resection
CPT Codes:
- 47120: Hepatectomy, resection of liver; partial lobectomy
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lee in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
Penn Medicine Otorhinolaryngology Head And Neck Su
3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 4 Lowr Extremi
Philadelphia, PA 19104
What hospitals are Dr. Lee affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lee has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235286220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee